Quality Improvement Resources

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Resources found: Medical literature = 76, Web resources = 0, Documents = 6.

Medical literature (76)
Alexander S, Wildman K, Zhang W, Langer M, Vutuc C, Lindmark G. Maternal health outcomes in Europe. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 01/01/2003; 111: S78–S87. Abstract
Althabe F, Buekens P, Bergel E, Belizán JM, Campbell MK, Moss N, Hartwell T, Wright LL. A Behavioral Intervention to Improve Obstetrical Care. N Engl J Med 05/01/2008; 358: 1929 -1940. Abstract
star Auerbach AD, Landefeld S, Shojania KG. The Tension between Needing to Improve Care and Knowing How to Do It. N Engl J Med 08/09/2007; 357: 608 - 613.
Balestrieri, Philip J.. Patient Safety in Obstetrics and Gynecology: An Agenda for the Future (Letter to the Editor). Obstet Gynecol 2007; 109: 455-456.
Battista L, Chung JH, Lagrew DC, Wing DA. Complications of Labor Induction among Multiparous Women in a Community-Based Hospital System. Am J Obstet Gynecol 09/01/2007; 197: 241.e1 - 247.e7. Abstract
starstar Berwick DM. The science of improvement. JAMA 03/12/2008; 299: 1182-4.
Bierman, J; Dunlop, AL; Brady, C; Dubin, C; Brann Jr, A. Promising Practices in Preconception Care for Women at Risk for Poor Health and Pregnancy Outcomes. Maternal and Child Health 2006; 10: S21-S28. Abstract Download
Bingham D. Every Change Needs a Chamion. J Perinat Educ 09/01/2007; 16: 8-10.
Blumenthal D. Employer-Sponsored Insurance — Riding the Health Care Tiger. N Engl J Med 07/13/2006; 355: 195-202.
Bouvier-Colle MH, Ould El Joud D, Varnoux N, Goffinet F, Alexander S, Bayoumeu F, Beaumont E, Fernandez H, Lansac J, Lévy G, Palot M. Evaluation of the quality of care for severe obstetrical haemorrhage in three French regions. BJOG 09/01/2001; 108: 898-903. Abstract
Breart G, Barros H, Waegener Y, Prati S. Characteristics of the childbearing population in Europe. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 01/01/2003; 111: S45–S52 . Abstract
Buitendijk S, Zeitlin J, Cuttini M, Langhoff-Roos J, Bottu J. Indicators of fetal and infant health outcomes . Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 01/01/2003; 111: S66–S77. Abstract
Campbell OM, Graham WJ, Lancet Maternal Survival Series steering group. Strategies for Reducing Maternal Mortality: Getting on with What Works. Lancet 10/07/2006; 368: 1284 - 1299. Abstract
Catanzarite V, Almryde K, Bombard A. Grand Rounds: Ob Team Stat: Developing a better L&D rapid response team . Contemporary OB/GYN 09/01/2007; 1-7. Download
starstar Chaillet N, Dube E, Dugas M, Audibert F, Tourigny C, Fraser WD, Dumont A. Evidence-Based Strategies for Implementing Guidelines in Obstetrics- A Systematic Review. Obstet Gynecol 11/01/2006; 108: 1234 - 1245. Abstract
Clark SL, Belfort MA, Byrum SL, Meyers JA, Perlin JB.. Improved outcomes, fewer cesarean deliveries, and reduced litigation: results of a new paradigm in patient safety. Am J Obstet Gynecol 05/01/2008; 199: 105e1-105e7.
Clark SL, Simpson KR, Knox E, Garite, TJ. Oxytocin: new perspectives on an old drug. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2008; Abstract
Crofts JF, Bartlett C, Ellis D, Winter C, Donald F, Hunt LP, Draycott TJ. Patient-actor perception of care: a comparison of obstetric emergency training using manikins and patient-actors. Qual Saf Health Care 02/01/2008; 17: 20-4. Abstract
star Crofts JF, Ellis D, Draycott TJ , Winter C, Hunt LP, Akande VA . Change in knowledge of midwives and obstetricians following obstetric emergency training: a randomised controlled trial of local hospital, simulation centre and teamwork training. BJOG 2007; 114: 1534–1541. Abstract
Crofts JF, Ellis D, Draycott TJ, Winter C, Hunt LP, Akande VA.. Change in knowledge of midwives and obstetricians following obstetric emergency training: a randomized controlled trial of local hospital, simulation centre and teamwork training. BJOG 12/01/2007; 114: 1534-1541.
Davis D, Thomson O-Brien MA, Fremantle N, Wolf FM, Mazmanion P, Tylor-Vaisey A.. Impact of formal continuing medical education_do conferences, workshops, rounds, and other traditional continuing education activities change physician behavior or health care outcomes?. JAMA 09/01/1999; 282: 867-74.
Diaz M, Neuhauser D. Pasteur and Parachutes: When Statistical Process Control is Better than a Randomized Controlled Trial. Qual Saf Health Care 01/01/2005; 14: 140-143.
Draycott TJ, Crofts JF, Ash JP, WIlson LV, Yard E, Sibanda T, Whitelaw A.. Improving neonatal outcomes through practical shoulder dystocia training. Obstet Gynecol 07/01/2008; 108: 14-20.
Draycott T, Sibanda T, Owen L, Akande V, Winter C, Reading S, Whitelaw A. Does training in obstetric emergencies improve neonatal outcome?. BJOG 02/01/2006; 113: 177-82. Abstract
Ellis D, Crofts JF, Hunt LP, Read M, Fox R, James M. Hospital, simulation center, and teamwork training for eclampsia management: a randomized controlled trial. Obstet Gynecol 03/01/2008; 111: 723-31. Abstract
Fung CH, Lim YW, Mattke S, Damberg C, Shekelle PG. Systematic review: the evidence that publishing patient care performance data improves quality of care. Ann Intern Med 01/01/2008; 148: 111-123. Abstract
Gambone J, Reiter RC. Elements of a successful quality improvement and patient safety program in obstetrics and gynecology. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am. 03/01/2008; 35: 129-145.
star Gawande A. The Annals of Medicine: The Score. The New Yorker 10/09/2006; 1-12. Abstract Download
star Gawande A. Annals of Medicine: The Checklist. The New Yorker 12/10/2007; Abstract Download
Graham ID, Logan J, Davies B, Nimrod C. Changing the Use of Electronic Fetal Monitoring and Labor Support: A Case Study of Barriers and Facilitators. Birth 12/01/2004; 31: 293 - 301. Abstract
Graham WJ, Foster LB, Davidson L, Hauke E, Campbell OM. Measuring progress in reducing maternal mortality. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 06/01/2008; 22: 245-45. Abstract
Greenhalgh T, Robert G, Macfarlane F, Bate P, Kriakidou O. Diffusion of Innovations in Service Organizations: Systematic Review and Recommendations. The Milbank Quarterly 01/01/2004; 82: 581 - 629. Abstract
New! Grimshaw, JM, Thomas, RE, MacLennan, G, et.al. Effectiveness and efficiency of guideline dissemination and implementation strategies. Health Technology Assessment 02/01/2008; 8: (6). Abstract Download
Grunebaum A. Error reduction and quality assurance in obstetrics. Clin Perinatol 09/01/2007; 34: 489-502. Abstract
Grunebaum A. Error reduction and quality assurance in obstetrics. Clin Perinatol 09/01/2007; 34: 489-502. Abstract
Hayes EJ, Weisntein L. Improving patient safety and uniformity of care by a standardized regimen for the use of oxytocin. Am J Obstet Gynecol 06/29/2008; 198: 622-629. Abstract
Herbert C, Neuhauser D. Improving Hypertension Care with Patient-generated Run Charts: Physician, Patient, and Management Perspectives. Q Manage Health Care 01/01/2004; 13: 174-177.
Ibarra V, Titler MG, Reiter RC. Issues in the development and implementation of clinical pathways. AACN Clin Issues 08/01/1996; 7: 436-47. Abstract
Institute for Healthcare Improvement. The Breakthrough Series: IHI's collaborative model for achieving breakthrough improvement. IHI 01/01/2003;
New! Jamtvedt G, Young JM, Kristoffersen DT, O'Brien MA, Oxman AD. Audit and Feedback: Effects on Professional Practice and Health Care Outcomes. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2006; 1: Abstract Download
Jones ML, Day S, Creely J, Woodland MB, Gerdes JB. Implementation of a clinical pathway system in maternal newborn care: a comprehensive documentation system for outcomes management. J Perinat Neonatal Nurs 12/01/1999; 13: 1-20. Abstract
Kidea S, Pollaock WE, Barclay L. Making pregnancy safer in Australia: the importance of maternal death review. Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol 04/01/2008; 48: 130-6. Abstract
Kinsman L, James E, Ham J. An interdisciplinary, evidence-based process of clinical pathway implementation increases pathway usage. Lippincotts Case Manag 07/01/2004; 9: 184-96. Abstract
Kinsman L, James EL. Evidence-based practice needs evidence-based implementation. Lippincotts Case Manag 09/01/2001; 6: 208-16. Abstract
Kwast BE. Quality of care in reproductive health programmes: monitoring and evaluation of quality improvement. Midwifery 12/01/1998; 14: 199-206. Abstract
Lack N, Zeitlin J, Krebs L, Kunzel W, Alexander S. Methodological difficulties in the comparison of indicators of perinatal health across Europe. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 01/01/2003; 111: S33–S44. Abstract
star Leape LL, Berwick DM. Five Years After To Err Is Human, What Have We Learned?. JAMA 05/18/2005; 293: 2384-2390. Abstract
Leape LL, Rogers G, Hanna D, Griswold P, Federico F, Fenn CA, Bates DW, Kirle L, Clarridge BR. Developing and implementing new safe. Qual Saf Health Care 01/01/2006; 15: 289-295.
Le Ray C, Carayol M, Zeitlin J, Bréart G, Goffinet F; PREMODA Study Group. Level of perinatal care of the maternity unit and rate of cesarean in low-risk nulliparas. Obstet Gynecol 06/01/2006; 107: 1269-77. Abstract
Lewis G. Reviewing maternal deaths to make pregnancy safer. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 06/01/2008; 22: 447-63. Abstract
Lichtmacher, A. Quality Assessment Tools: ACOG Voluntary Review of Quality of Care Program, Peer Review Reporting System. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 2008; 35: 147-62.
Lozeau D, Langley A, Denis JL. The Corruption of Managerial Techniques by Organizations. Human Relations 01/01/2002; 55: 537 - 564.
Lyndon A. Social and environmental conditions creating fluctuating agency for safety in two urban academic birth centers. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 01/01/2008; 37: 13-23. Abstract
Macfarlane A, Gissler M, Bolumar F, Rasmussend S. The availability of perinatal health indicators in Europe . Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 01/01/2003; 111: S15–S32. Abstract
Main EK, Bloomfield L, Hunt G; Sutter Health, First Pregnancy and Delivery Clinical Initiative Committee. Development of a large-scale obstetric quality-improvement program that focused on the nulliparous patient at term. Am J Obstet Gynecol 06/01/2004; 190: 1747-56. Abstract
Main EK, Moore D, Farrell B, Schimmel LD, Altman RJ, Abrahams C, Campbell Bliss M, Polivy L, Sterling J.. Is there a useful cesarean birth measure? Assessment of the nulliparous term singleton vertex cesarean birth rate as a tool for obstetric quality improvement. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2006; 194: 1644-52.
Mello MM, Studdert DM, Kachalia AB, Brennan TA. "Health courts" and accountability for patient safety. Milbank Q 2006; 84: 459-92. Abstract
Mello MM, Studdert DM, Thomas EJ et al. Who Pays for Medical Errors?: An Analysis of Adverse Event Costs, the Medical Liability System, and Incentives for Patient Safety Improvement. Journal of Empirical Legal Studies 12/01/2007; 4: 835-60.
Neuhauser D, Diaz M. Daniel: Using the Bible to Teach Quality Improvement Methods. Qual Saf Health Care 01/01/2004; 13: 153-155.
star Neuhauser D, Diaz M. Quality Improvement Research: Are Randomised Trials Necessary?. Qual Saf Health Care 01/01/2007; 16: 77-80.
Nielsen P, Mann S. Team function in obstetrics to reduce errors and improve outcomes. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 03/01/2008; 35: 81-95.
star Pronovost PJ, Berenholtz SM, Goeschel CA, Needham DM, Sexton JB, Thompson DA, Lubomski LH, Marstellar JA, Makary MA, Hunt E. Creating High Reliability in Health Care Organizations. Health Services Research 08/01/2006; 41: 1599 - 1617. Abstract
Rossi, AC, D'Addario, V. Maternal morbidity following a trial of labor after cesarean section vs elective repeat cesarean delivery: a systematic review with metaanalysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2008; 1-8. Abstract
Sakala C. Letter from North America: understanding and minimizing nocebo effects in childbearing women. Birth 01/01/2007; 34: 348-350.
star Simpson KR. Failure to Rescue - Implications for Evaluating Quality of Care During Labor and Birth. J Perinat Neonat Nurs 01/01/2005; 19: 24 - 34. Abstract
The Joint Commission. Behaviors that undermine a culture of safety. The Joint Commission, Sentinel Event 07/09/2008; 40:
Turan JM, Bulut A, Nalbant H, Ortayli N, Erbaydar T. Challenges for the adoption of evidence-based maternity care in Turkey. Soc Sci Med 05/01/2006; 62: 2196-204. Abstract
Veltman LL. Getting to Havarti. Obstet Gynecol 11/01/2007; 110: 1146-1151. Abstract
Weick KE, Sutcliffe KM. Hospitals as Cultures of Entrapment: A Re-Analysis of the British Royal Infirmary. California Management Review 01/01/2003; 45: 73 - 84.
Weinstein L. A multifaceted approach to improve patient safety, prevent medical errors and resolve the professional liability crisis. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2006; 194: 1160-7. Abstract
Wildman K, Blondel B, Nijhuis J, Defoort P, Bakoula C. European indicators of health care during pregnancy, delivery and the postpartum period . Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 11/01/2003; 111: S53–S65 . Abstract
Winters BD, Pham JC, Hunt EA, Guallar E, Berenholtz S, Pronovost PJ.. Rapid response systems: a systematic review. Crit Care Med 05/01/2007; 35: 1413-4.
Yentis SM. Protecting confidentiality in maternal mortality enquiries--getting the balance right. BJOG 04/01/2008; 115: 545-7.
Zeitlin J, Wildman K, Breart G. Perinatal health indicators for Europe: an introduction to the PERISTAT project. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 01/01/2003; 111: S1-S4.
Zeitlin J, Wildman K, Breart G, Alexander S, Barros H, Blondel B, Buitendijk S, Gissler M, Macfarlane A. PERISTAT: indicators for monitoring and evaluating perinatal health in Europe. Eur J Public Health 01/01/2003; 13: 29-37. Abstract
Zeitlin J, Wildman K, Breart G, Alexander S, Barros H, Blondel B, Buitendijk S, Gissler M, Macfarlane A. Selecting an indicator set for monitoring and evaluating perinatal health in Europe: criteria, methods and results from the PERISTAT project. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 01/01/2003; 111: S5–S14. Abstract
Documents (6)
star Lewis, G. Saving Mothers’ Lives: Reviewing maternal deaths to make motherhood safer (PPT Slide Set). CEMACH 12/01/2007; Abstract
Main E, Bingham D, Godecker A, Murphy B, Gould JB. California Maternal Mortality and Morbidity: We All Have Work To Do! (PPT Slide Set). Monterey MCCOP Annual Conference 01/01/2008; Abstract Download
MQIP Committee. QI on the Grand Scale: How can we pull this off?. 10/01/2007; 1-4.
star NHS. Obstetric Early Warning Chart (PDF). 05/01/2006; Abstract Download
star OSHPD. CA Hospital Level CS Rates (2006) (PDF). 10/01/2007; 1-21. Download
star OSHPD. CA Hospital Level CS Rates (2006) (Excel). 10/01/2007; 1-33. Download